Children's Miracle Network Hospitalstag:typepad.com,2003:weblog-866822161912686192015-03-27T14:40:55-06:00TypePadWheel of Fortune Donates $435K in "Secret Santa Sweepstakes"tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a0133f5030223970b01bb080e359d970d2015-03-27T14:40:55-06:002015-03-27T14:45:42-06:00Wheel of Fortune donated more than $435,000 to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals during their fourth "Secret Santa Sweepstakes." Lucky at-home viewers, part of the Wheel Watchers Club, won the same prize as contestants and also got to choose their Children's Miracle Network Hospital of choice to win that same prize....CMNHospitals

Wheel of Fortune donated more than $435,000 to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals during their fourth "Secret Santa Sweepstakes." Lucky at-home viewers, part of the Wheel Watchers Club, won the same prize as contestants and also got to choose their Children's Miracle Network Hospital of choice to win that same prize.

The decision of which Children's Miracle Network Hospital to donate to was an easy one for Pam, saying, "I chose Beaumont because they’ve done so much for my family – myself and my daughter – and I wanted to be able to give back,” explains Prindle. “Beaumont brought my baby into this world after a high-risk pregnancy and I was here years later for 8 weeks and I’m still alive.” (Read full story.)

Thank you, Wheel of Fortune, and all those Wheel Watchers who tuned in to the "Secret Santa Sweepstakes!" These funds will help save the lives of the more than 10 million kids admitted to a Children's Miracle Network Hospital each year.

Costco Employee Gives Back After Terminal Diagnosistag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a0133f5030223970b01b8d0eb7cd6970c2015-03-16T08:00:00-06:002015-03-16T10:02:34-06:00KTVU - A photo caption from an ABC 7 article about Arlie Smith, a Costco employee from Danville, Calif. reads: "Fans of a cancer-stricken Costco worker surprised him Tuesday with money they raised for him and his wife, which he plans on donating to the Children's Hospital of Oakland." Arlie...CMNHospitals
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<p>A photo caption from <a href="http://abc7news.com/shopping/community-raises-money-for-cancer-stricken-costco-worker/553106/" target="_blank">an ABC 7 article </a>about Arlie Smith, a Costco employee from Danville, Calif. reads: "Fans of a cancer-stricken Costco worker surprised him Tuesday with money they raised for him and his wife, which he plans on donating to the <a href="http://childrensmiraclenetworkhospitals.org/Hospital/UCSFBenioffChildrensHospitalOakland" target="_blank">Children's Hospital of Oakland</a>."&nbsp;</p>
<p>Arlie Smith has worked at the Danville warehouse location for 21 years. He is affectionately known by customers as the "Costco Guy" as he often checks receipts and is the first and last person shoppers engage with at the store.</p>
<p>Arlie is an active fundraiser during Costco's seasonal campaigns for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, and was one of the top fundraisers in North American during the store's 2014 fundraising campaign.</p>
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<p>He has recently made headlines for being exceptionally giving. Diagnosed with terminal bone cancer last September, Arlie was told he may have just two years to live - but he hasn't let that stop him from sharing a little sunshine. He is vying to be the top fundraiser for the upcoming Costco campaign in May. You can support him by donating to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals <a href="http://www.chofoundation.org/arliecares" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p>Thank you, Arlie for your continued support and dedication to helping save and improve the lives of sick and injured kids - your generosity inspires us.</p></div>
Support Your Local Hospital with Miracle Mania Video Gametag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a0133f5030223970b01b7c75f2181970b2015-03-10T13:18:50-06:002015-03-10T15:03:13-06:00Miracle Mania by Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals is a fun and challenging puzzle game available on all major mobile platforms. In this match-three puzzle video game, you’ll need to race the clock and strategize your moves to advance to the next level. The game is free to download and all...CMNHospitals

Miracle Mania by Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals is a fun and challenging puzzle game available on all major mobile platforms. In this match-three puzzle video game, you’ll need to race the clock and strategize your moves to advance to the next level.

The game is free to download and all in-app purchases benefit the Children’s Miracle Network Hospital of your choice. Get social with your friends by linking your Facebook account and see who is outpacing who in the leaderboards!

National Pancake Day at IHOPtag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a0133f5030223970b01b7c755d42f970b2015-03-02T10:31:54-07:002015-03-03T16:30:36-07:00Tuesday, March 3 from 7a.m. - 10p.m. at participating IHOP restaurants across North America, diners can enjoy a free short stack of delicious buttermilk pancakes and leave a donation to help support their local Children's Miracle Network Hospital. Fun facts about National Pancake Day: IHOP has given away approximately 1...CMNHospitals

Tuesday, March 3 from 7a.m. - 10p.m. at participating IHOP restaurants across North America, diners can enjoy a free short stack of delicious buttermilk pancakes and leave a donation to help support their local Children's Miracle Network Hospital.

Fun facts about National Pancake Day:

IHOP has given away approximately 1 million short stacks of pancakes on National Pancake Day. That's 27 million pancakes over the last nine years!

If you were to stack all the pancakes that have been given away, they would reach 1.125 million feet. Or as tall as 900 Empire State Buildings.

National Pancake Day has happened annually since 2006, raising more than $13 million dollars for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.

There have been enough pancakes given away that they could stretch side-by-side from Miami to Los Angeles.

These might be the most important pancakes you eat all year. Donations raised during National Pancake Day help make miracles happen for sick and injured kids treated at 170 Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Kids like Keegan, who was born with a congenital heart defect. Funds help bring a cardiologist to Keegan's member hospital which allowed him to stay closer to home during his multiple open-heart surgeries.

Big shout out and thanks to Miss America 2015 Kira Kasantsev, Nathan Shields (our above pancake artist) and YOU for your support. You can get more information at http://ihoppancakeday.com/. Make sure to tag us @CMNHospitals and #NATLPancakeDay.

Good luck, Disney Princess Half Participants!tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a0133f5030223970b01b8d0d864b4970c2015-02-19T08:00:00-07:002015-02-17T17:12:22-07:00Today marks the official start of the 2015 Disney Princess Half Marathon presented by Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. We are excited and proud to kick off our 2nd annual year as presenting sponsor and celebratory charity. Below are stories of a few runners who have gone above and beyond their...CMNHospitals
<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><p>Today marks the official start of the 2015 Disney Princess Half Marathon presented by Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. We are excited and proud to kick off our 2nd annual year as presenting sponsor and celebratory charity. Below are stories of a few runners who have gone above and beyond their fundraising goals - we send a special thank you to them and to all the runners who are helping make miracles happen for local kids!</p>
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<p>From running to recovery,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/miraclemom?source=feed_text&amp;story_id=10153623635999535" data-ft="{&quot;tn&quot;:&quot;*N&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:104}">‪#‎MiracleMom‬</a>&nbsp;Dana wants her daughter to know that anything is possible. She'll be running the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/RunDisney" data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/page.php?id=139057592786878">Run Disney</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/princesshalf?source=feed_text&amp;story_id=10153623635999535" data-ft="{&quot;tn&quot;:&quot;*N&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:104}">‪#‎PrincessHalf‬</a>&nbsp;in honor of Dylan and the challenges she's overcome due to hemiparesis.</p>
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<p>Miracle Mom Holly will be running her fifth&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/RunDisney" data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/page.php?id=139057592786878">Run Disney</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/princesshalf?source=feed_text&amp;story_id=10153568530269535" data-ft="{&quot;tn&quot;:&quot;*N&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:104}">‪#‎PrincessHalf‬</a>&nbsp;Marathon, in honor of her son’s sixth birthday and a daughter lost at 3 months of age. Holly runs to support her local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital for the lifesaving care they provided for Ashton, a 25-week micro preemie, who is now active in karate, soccer and loves Ninja Turtles.</p>
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<p>Angela spent much of her childhood in and out of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/seattlechildrens" data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/page.php?id=14517117060">Seattle Children's Hospital</a>&nbsp;after being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 11. The disease continued to take its toll into adulthood, deteriorating her vision, leaving her unable to see her husband’s face as she walked down the aisle at their wedding in 2004.</p>
<p>Fortunately, Angela was able to take control of her condition; she defied the odds when she had her first of two children. She runs the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/RunDisney" data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/page.php?id=139057592786878">Run Disney</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/princesshalf" data-ft="{&quot;tn&quot;:&quot;*N&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:104}">#PrincessHalf</a>&nbsp;Marathon to thank the many hospital heroes that helped her get stronger in hopes of preventing other kids from enduring the medical challenges she faced.</p>
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<p>Blair, director, Dance Marathon at Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, says she is running for a few 'princesses' she had the honor of getting to know through Dance Marathon. Blair says, "I run for them because I believe our passion is rooted in sharing stories - those of kids experiencing pediatric illness and injury - and I could not be more appreciative of the ways in which the Disney Princess Half Marathon has fostered this spirit. I never dreamed of being a princess, but I run so kids across North America can get the world-class treatment they need to make their dreams come true."&nbsp;</p>
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<p>“I am running to help all the families I have seen though the years but couldn’t help.” Tisa Daniels is one of thousands gearing up for this weekend's Disney&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/princesshalf?source=feed_text" data-ft="{&quot;tn&quot;:&quot;*N&quot;,&quot;type&quot;:104}">‪#‎PrincessHalf‬</a>&nbsp;Marathon with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/RunDisney" data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/page.php?id=139057592786878">Run Disney</a>. We're wishing all participants a great run.</p>
<p>Ready, set, go!</p>
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<em><p>Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, presenting sponsor and celebratory charity of the Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend, will be cheering Dana, Holly, Angela, Blair, Tisa and the 310 other runners who have raised more than $374,000 for CMN Hospitals. Learn more at:&nbsp;<a href="http://cmnh.co/jq" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://cmnh.co/jq</a></p></em></div>
DIY: #WhoGetsMyHeart Valentine's Day Printabletag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a0133f5030223970b01b7c73bfbde970b2015-02-02T12:45:31-07:002015-02-02T12:58:50-07:00Who are you giving your heart to this Valentine’s Day? Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals is making spreading your love as easy as 1-2-3. 1. Watch this video for inspiration. There are many ways to design custom heart printables for your valentines. 2. Download and print your Valentine’s Day card printable....CMNHospitals

Who are you giving your heart to this Valentine’s Day? Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals is making spreading your love as easy as 1-2-3.

1. Watch this video for inspiration. There are many ways to design custom heart printables for your valentines.

2. Download and print your Valentine’s Day card printable. Click on the link below and right-click to save the image to your computer.

3. Create unique and personalized cards with supplies from around the house or from a local craft store. Here are a few examples of Valentine’s Day card masterpieces to get your creativity flowing:

Share your creations on social media with #WhoGetsMyHeart for all the world to see!

A Letter from John Lauck: ‘Walmart Associates’ Founders Awardtag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a0133f5030223970b01bb07d5bfdc970d2015-01-08T17:20:28-07:002015-01-08T17:29:15-07:00By John Lauck, president and CEO of Children's Miracle Network Hospitals This year, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals gave our highest award to some very special supporters, ones who are making a huge difference in the lives of local kids: Walmart associates. The CMN Hospitals Founders’ Award is given to top...CMNHospitals

By John Lauck, president and CEO of Children's Miracle Network Hospitals

This year, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals gave our highest award to some very special supporters, ones who are making a huge difference in the lives of local kids: Walmart associates.

The CMN Hospitals Founders’ Award is given to top children’s hospital advocates, and past recipients have included Roy Disney, longtime senior executive at The Walt Disney Company; Bill Marriott, chairman of Marriott International; and Arnold Palmer, legendary professional golfer.

We honored the 1.4 million associates of Walmart and Sam’s Club in the U.S. and Canada with the Founder’s Award for the millions they raise, one dollar at a time, every year to help local children’s hospitals help local kids.

In addition to supporting the annual “Miracle Balloon” campaign in which customers and members are invited to make a donation at the cash register, many Walmart and Sam’s Club associates have volunteered their time in unique ways: sewing newborn hats, hosting carnivals for patients or even making personal contributions. Collectively, associates’ efforts have raised more than $740 million since 1987 – an amount that adds up to life-saving improvements in children’s healthcare.

It is difficult to put into words how much the support of these dedicated men and women means to the kids and their families our hospitals treat. I have been able to meet many associates who passionately do all they can to help kids when they need it most—kids like Belle.

Soon after being born, Belle was diagnosed with a serious kidney disorder. At age 5, Belle's kidneys began to fail, and dialysis was administered. Luckily, both parents were donor matches. They decided mom Michelle would provide her kidney, pending a full body exam. Doctors discovered Michelle had two malignant breast tumors just in time, and intense radiation and chemotherapy led to remission.

Dad Kyle stepped in as donor, and today they're all thriving - with Belle loving Disney princesses, dancing, cheerleading and becoming a whiz at the piano.

CMN Hospitals funds raised by Walmart associates have supported Belle’s hospital's highly ranked transplant program, where she received the majority of her care since infancy.

I believe Walmart associates’ support of local kids like Belle shows they are living a philosophy Helen Walton once shared: “It’s not what you gather in life but what you scatter that tells the kind of life you have lived.”

The 10 million kids our hospitals treat, and their parents, can’t thank them enough.

CU Direct Gives $60,000 in Donations to Celebrate 20-Year Anniversarytag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a0133f5030223970b01bb07d3c7df970d2015-01-07T11:24:46-07:002015-01-07T14:29:26-07:00CU Direct, the nation’s leading provider of lending, automotive and strategic solutions to the credit union industry, celebrated its recent 20th anniversary with a special contest resulting in $60,000 donated to six Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. The contest, which garnered 375,000 votes, received an overwhelming response prompting CU Direct to...CMNHospitals

CU Direct, the nation’s leading provider of lending, automotive and strategic solutions to the credit union industry, celebrated its recent 20th anniversary with a special contest resulting in $60,000 donated to six Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.

The contest, which garnered 375,000 votes, received an overwhelming response prompting CU Direct to award two hospitals $20,000 each plus a $5,000 consolation prize to four additional hospitals, instead of the originally intended single prize of $20,000.

The winning hospitals include:

The contest prompted subsequent support from local donors, including a $20,000 donation from a Hurley Children's Hospital doctor in Flint, Mich. and donation matches from local area credit unions.

Congratulations are due to the winning hospitals as is a note of gratitude to CU Direct for their charitable contribution in honor of 20 years of business.

Five Miracles Moments of 2014tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a0133f5030223970b01bb07ca5997970d2014-12-31T08:20:00-07:002014-12-31T10:25:08-07:00The confetti from celebrating 30 years of making miracles barely had time to settle before we hit the ground running, in January. Twelve months of hard work by our Network constituents has culminated into another incredible reflection of a year's worth activities that further our mission to raise $1 billion...CMNHospitals

The confetti from celebrating 30 years of making miracles barely had time to settle before we hit the ground running, in January. Twelve months of hard work by our Network constituents has culminated into another incredible reflection of a year's worth activities that further our mission to raise $1 billion annually, by 2022.

Here's a glance at some of our favorite moments of 2014:

A New Milestone.Children's Miracle Network Hospitals reached a new milestone in March, when the organization announced more than $5 billion had been raised for children's hospitals since its inception in 1983.

May is for Miracles.Every May, more than a dozen North American outlets and proud partners of our mission, thousands of retailer employees, and millions of supporters come together for a month of fundraising. This year's campaign was exceptional, as everyone participating came armed with the passion to help as many children as possible.

Newsworthy.Fifty five of our Network's member hospitals are featured in the U.S. News Honor Roll of Best Children's Hospitals 2014-15, released in June. The magazine ranked 89 hospitals total and recognized 10 that had high scores in at least three specialties, all of which are members of Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.

Fit for a Champion.Every year, we identify a child with a remarkable medical story from each state and in Canada to represent the 62 children that enter a Children's Miracle Network Hospital for treatment every minute. Our 2014 “Champions” traveled everywhere from Washington, D.C. and Toronto to Orlando, Fla. on an official Ambassador Tour to highlight the vital work of children’s hospitals. The Champions program is sponsored by Delta, Marriott International and Chico's FAS, Inc. in the U.S. and Walmart Canada and Air Canada Foundation in Canada.

Solving the Puzzle.America’s Game® Wheel of Fortune made sure that at-home viewers of its popular “Secret Santa Sweepstakes” weren't the only winners. For two weeks in December, in-studio players earned donations for "Wheel Watchers Club" members. The Children’s Miracle Network Hospital of the club member’s choice received cash donation matching their winnings with a minimum of $300,000 being donated during the course of the sweepstakes.

What was your favorite moment of 2014? Tell us in the comments.

Delta Air Lines Bear Bags to Help Kidstag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a0133f5030223970b01bb07c86823970d2014-12-19T10:37:30-07:002014-12-19T10:43:30-07:00This holiday season, Delta Air Lines is bringing hope from the skies to hospital halls with an exclusive signature Bear Bag, featured in its popular commercial. The bags are available on eBay, beginning Dec. 19. One hundred percent of profits from each bag sold will be donated to Children’s Miracle...CMNHospitals

This holiday season, Delta Air Lines is bringing hope from the skies to hospital halls with an exclusive signature Bear Bag, featured in its popular commercial. The bags are available on eBay, beginning Dec. 19. One hundred percent of profits from each bag sold will be donated to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Earlier this month, Delta captured a surprise visit to pediatric patients at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta , a CMN Hospital, where they gifted bags filled with toys, goodies and other treats to raise their spirits.

Using the “Giving Works” section on eBay, you can order a Bear Bag of your own by making a $75 donation directly to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.

Delta Air Lines has been a proud partner of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals since 1997, and has raised more than $12 million during that time. Delta serves more than 160 million customers each year. With an industry-leading global network, Delta and the Delta Connection carriers offer service to 318 destinations in 59 countries on six continents. Delta’s Force for Global Good’s year-round commitment involves hospital fundraising, public awareness through their network (both in-flight and on-ground), employee volunteerism, and the underwriting of air travel for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and its beneficiaries. With more than 80,000 employees worldwide, the spirit of giving embodied by Delta employee volunteers symbolizes the heart and soul of Delta people worldwide. It’s because of them that Delta is recognized as more than just an airline. They are a leader in corporate social responsibility.